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Fitness blogger in Singapore. Wholesales Manager at www.nutrifirst.net Currently on Intermittent Fasting diet. Wonder why you are not getting results? Read on!
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
MusclePharm News - Arnold Schwarzenegger Series
Latest news update from MusclePharm! They are working
together with Arnold, the legend in bodybuilding to come out with a new series
of products!
THE ARNOLD SERIES
These products will be mainly targeting the 4 fitness
pillars, “performance, power, & strength, nutrient support and recovery”.
Here are the 8 items they created – For full article.
Iron Cre3 - a
creatine product.
Iron Cuts - a fat burner said to " support healthy estrogen balance and cortisol levels."
Iron Dream - a sleep aid.
Iron Pack - a multivitamin product that includes liver.
Iron Pump - a creatine free formula based on the nitric oxide boosting action of arginine nitrate,
Iron Whey - a 100% whey protein product.
Iron Mass - a mixed protein, fats and carbohydrate formula.
Iron Cuts - a fat burner said to " support healthy estrogen balance and cortisol levels."
Iron Dream - a sleep aid.
Iron Pack - a multivitamin product that includes liver.
Iron Pump - a creatine free formula based on the nitric oxide boosting action of arginine nitrate,
Iron Whey - a 100% whey protein product.
Iron Mass - a mixed protein, fats and carbohydrate formula.
My View
Arnold has always been someone I look up to, I read his
book, watch his video. Learn from how he trains in the video. This is seriously
is going be he next big thing!
Arnold who is the most respected figure in bodybuilding put
his name on the line, together with MusclePharm the athlete company who
promises science and banned free substance on their entire product. This seems
like the best combination to shock the whole supplement industry!
Other Mr Olympia who came out with their own series
So which is your favorite?
Thanks for reading!
Read my previous post on MusclePharm Assault #gamechanger
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
RockTape Workshop at TMP Novena.
I want to start the post by asking you to watch this video on how a normal tape can affect the movement of a cat. Animal cant lie if something affects them. - shared by www.rocktape.com.sg
What is Rocktape?
Rocktape is a natural-hybrid product
and consists of 97% cotton, 3% nylon and uses no drugs. The adhesive is a
hypo-allergenic acrylic based adhesive and contains no latex. When we
manufacture Rocktape, we introduce a bias into the weave of the fabric so it
stretches in one direction and not the other.
How it works? How can it
help?
Rocktapes creates what we call a
bio-mechanical lifting mechanism which lifts the skin away from the soft
tissue. This allows blood to move into an injured area which accelerates
healing and recovery. Rocktape is also great for correcting tracking issues in
knees, shoulders or elbows. It can also be used to correct posture problems
including those associated with pregnancy.
Why RockTape?
Rocktape gives a 180%
elongation ( which means a 10 cm tape can be stretch to 18cm)
Tighter weave compared to
other tapes
Longer lasting adhesive
(personally I tried it on for 2 days and it still sticks nicely)
Method of taping which I learn from the course! (sharing for
free!)
1.
Muscle Injury/ Strain
hands on! |
taping! |
taping the quads |
every one paying attention! |
my quads |
a.
First we must understand that if the muscle
injury/strains/tear is too much rocktape will not work.
b.
Applying the tape will helps to facilitate painfree
movement, reduce swelling/bruising and help to sense body position if we are in
a bad body posture.
c.
3 steps to tape!
i. Stretch
the body part
ii. Stabilization
tape (stretch tape 50%)
iii. Decompression
tape (stretch tape 80%)
2.
Swelling Reduction Taping
a.
Good for Grade 3 muscle tear *application of
rocktape on after 48 hours of RICE therapy (rest, ice, compression, elevate)
a.
Helps to place the body back into the right
posture. The tape basically act as a reminder when you over stretch your muscle
and you have to use your own muscle strength to pull back to the right
position.
a.
Helps with varies kind of sports to improve the
power output, didn’t get to touch on this topic much this time round as they
have a separate course for that! Would love to join that! www.rocktape.com.sg
Photo during the event!
Of course there are more usage for Rocktape like how to help with "shin splints" and "plantar fasciitis" attend their course to learn more!
For those who are interested to join the course you can always go to www.rocktape.com.sg or contact Arvin at 91903505.
For $250 you will get a Book, 1* rocktape 5cm * 5meter and you will be getting a certificate from rcoktape sg as well! Most importantly is the sports knowledge that you get! It is totally worth it i would highly recommend you to try!
free book and tape |
For those who are interested to join the course you can always go to www.rocktape.com.sg or contact Arvin at 91903505.
For $250 you will get a Book, 1* rocktape 5cm * 5meter and you will be getting a certificate from rcoktape sg as well! Most importantly is the sports knowledge that you get! It is totally worth it i would highly recommend you to try!
Monday, August 5, 2013
True Fitness Ang Mo Kio Opening Trial.
Was invited by Alex Javier to join him at the opening of True Fitness ang mo kio at Djitsun Mall.
True Fitness is located at the 4th floor of the Djitsun Mall in Ang Mo Kio. Location is pretty accessible with good dining location nearby(e.g. astons).
The ambience of the place is very soothing, music playing will be more
of a soft pop. With blue lighting with makes the place a really comfortable place to train.
As you can see here the gym free weights area is not very big. Only 4
benches. As compare to their cardio area which takes up a lot of space.
1 incline , 1 flat bench , 1 decline leg press. That's all for the free weights area. |
Heaviest dumbbell there is 32kg. |
Best part about the gym will be these hammer strength machine. 2 chest 2 back. Right at the end there is this pec deck flyes machine for your rear delts and chest flyes (*rare machine).
Cable areas 2 lats pull down and 2 seated row. 2 smith machine and 1 squat rack.
The gym focuses more on cardios, machines and stretching. Excellent for those couple or young office ladies or men who is looking for a place to mingle and train.
Check it out if you are free! They give free 1 week trial pass! Just walk in and check it out with their friendly staff :)
Read my Review on MusclePharm Assault New Formula!
Saturday, August 3, 2013
MusclePharm Assault New Formula #Gamechanger
I just ordered this awesome pre-workout online.
Cant wait to get my hands on it!
Check out this post for my review on this #gamechanger
Finally MusclePharm Assault has arrived
Product Packaging
The main difference in this new version is their Athlete Performance Blend - ArgiNitrate, Bcaa Nitrate, CreNitrate which is said to be more effective. Nitrate dilates the blood vessels so it will enhance and blood flow and helps with the distribution of the nutrients.
Next is their Purenergy -
Some information about purenergy
- A sustained energy boost*
- A reduction in the amount of caffeine needed in a formulation to produce tangible results*
- The creation of a more moderated and gradual finish, preventing the “crash” experienced with caffeine products*
- The optimization of natural appetite-suppressant properties*
- Additional functional health benefits found in pTeroPure pterostilbene*
- made up of 43% Caffeine and 57% pTeroPure
As you can see the chart i have gotten from ChromaDex shows a big difference between caffeine(bottom bar) and purenergy(top bar). As you can see caffeine started off with a higher amount of concentration but after the first hour the caffeine dips rapidly but purenergy is still on the rise. Purenergy peaks at the 2nd hour and starts to drop graudually.
inside assault |
quality of the powder |
Drinking the Assault - Taste.
Great mixability, i prefer the taste of this version of Assault compared to the previous version.
In my opinion i can feel that the effect of this preworkout kicks in faster than the usual one that i took.
It doesn't gives me the sudden spike in energy, i can feel focus thru out my workout.
Minimum crash afterworkout as well, but some how i feel that it suppresses my appetite as i feel full after a meal (which dont normally happen).
Took the product about 6 hours before bed time and i have no problem sleeping.
Overall i think that this is a new breakthrough for preworkout in the industry and it is worth a try.
Thanks for reading!
Check out my previous post review on MusclePharm T-Shirt
Friday, August 2, 2013
MusclePharm T-Shirt Review
Beastmode Heechai |
Introduction of the product
MusclePharmT-shirt super soft
poly-cotton tee is key for looking unrelenting in the gym and the streets. Made
with the comfort and style only MusclePharm Sportswear can provide.
My view
I am so happy that I am able to review this awesome T-Shirt
by Musclepharm. First of all the design
of the T-shirt really caught my eye, “BEAST MODE”, WEAK END HERE and many more!
The cotton is slightly stretchable; Material is not too
thick suitable for Asian country like us in Singapore. Good to use for bodybuilding,
running, cross fit or any kind of sports! It can also be worn when you are out
as it is fashionable as well! Best of all It doesn’t stinks up after you a hard
sweaty workout!
After a few wash the shape of the t-shirt still remains. Not
much expanding of the t-shirt. *2 thumbs up!
Rating
9/10 flashy design, good quality material, doesn’t stinks
up.
Where to buy
Grab yours at NutriFirst
Favorite asked question.
How much is the MusclePharm T-Shirt?
$30 each at NutriFirst.
Can we try the size?
You can head down to NutriFirst Showroom at blk 1015 geylang
east ave 3 #04-139 S389730 to try and purchase your product.
Who is MusclePharm?
MusclePharm is the upcoming supplement brand around the
world. Recently they just sign with Arnold and MusclePharm Arnold Series
product will becoming out soon!
musclepharm t-shirts! |
Thanks for reading.
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Dive with Fishermen Scuba at Pulau Dayang
Fishermen Scuba is one of the oldest dive school around, they are very strict with their standard and always watch for safety. You can be sure that you are in good hands when you dive with fishermen team!
Located next to paya lebar mrt station. Take exit C once you arrive, less than 5 mins walk you will be able to reach them.
My second time diving with them, overall it was a pretty good experience.
We left fishermen at about 8pm and arrived woodlands checkpoint at about 9pm, huge jam there and it took quite some time for us to go in. *take note they will ask each of the diver to pay $10 ringgit so we can keep our equipments and bag on the bus. They use this to clear the customs.
There will be one stop before reaching Mercing, so better go to the toilet at woodlands checkpoint or at the stop(petrol kiosk). We arrived at Mercing about 150am.
Took a 4 hours boat ride to arrive at Dayang, there is a aircon cabin below but i choose to sleep at the 2nd deck as i get motion sickness easily in air conditioned room.
Check in to our room at Dayang, air conditioned room 2 king size bed for 4 person, the only bad thing was that there was no water heater for the shower. Electricity will be off for a certain time slot around 9-5pm.
Woke up at 730am to get prepared for our first dive! You wont have much time to sleep, try to sleep as much as possible on the boat and on the bus!
Pop a Zyrtec-D (you can get it at your guardian pharmacy.) This will help with my sinus as it dries up the mucus and helps me to equalize better during the dive. Take 1 tablet every morning 3 days before the dive then take 1 tablet every morning before the dive!
Here is the schedule for the Dives.
*You will only be allowed to do the night dive if you are certified.
Food - For this trip
Buffet style food -
As a Health and Fitness Blogger, the food is still quite clean to me, i ate like 10 eggs, quite a lot of chicken wings, satay and plenty of fruits in that 2 days! Even thou i told myself to junk as it is a holiday! Some how my mind doesn't allow it, i guess i am just too used to the junk-less diet.
Here are some of the dive photo!
Fear of Drowning while Diving?
Diving is a safe sports, if you follow the dive master instructions, know your equipment well and stay in a group. The risk of drowning is very low.
Do you need to know how to swim to dive?
Nope, you just need to be comfortable in water to dive.
Thanks for reading!
Check out my other review
Located next to paya lebar mrt station. Take exit C once you arrive, less than 5 mins walk you will be able to reach them.
My second time diving with them, overall it was a pretty good experience.
Our Bus to Mercing |
We left fishermen at about 8pm and arrived woodlands checkpoint at about 9pm, huge jam there and it took quite some time for us to go in. *take note they will ask each of the diver to pay $10 ringgit so we can keep our equipments and bag on the bus. They use this to clear the customs.
Dive Gear and my bag pack for me and my buddy |
There will be one stop before reaching Mercing, so better go to the toilet at woodlands checkpoint or at the stop(petrol kiosk). We arrived at Mercing about 150am.
Took a 4 hours boat ride to arrive at Dayang, there is a aircon cabin below but i choose to sleep at the 2nd deck as i get motion sickness easily in air conditioned room.
Fishermen own the boat! |
Check in to our room at Dayang, air conditioned room 2 king size bed for 4 person, the only bad thing was that there was no water heater for the shower. Electricity will be off for a certain time slot around 9-5pm.
Woke up at 730am to get prepared for our first dive! You wont have much time to sleep, try to sleep as much as possible on the boat and on the bus!
My Magic Pill |
Pop a Zyrtec-D (you can get it at your guardian pharmacy.) This will help with my sinus as it dries up the mucus and helps me to equalize better during the dive. Take 1 tablet every morning 3 days before the dive then take 1 tablet every morning before the dive!
Here is the schedule for the Dives.
Day
|
Time
|
Activity |
1
|
8:00pm
|
Depart Johor Bahru for Mersing |
11:00pm
|
Arrive Mersing and depart for Pulau Dayang | |
2
|
3:00am
|
Arrive Pulau Dayang and check in to Dayang Resort |
8:00am
|
Breakfast at Dayang Resort | |
9:30am
|
First Dive | |
11:30am
|
Second Dive | |
1:00pm
|
Lunch | |
3:00pm
|
Third Dive | |
6:00pm
|
Dinner | |
7:30pm
|
Fouth Dive (Night Dive) | |
3
|
8:00am
|
Breakfast |
9:30am
|
Fifth Dive | |
11:30am
|
Sixth Dive | |
1:00pm
|
Lunch | |
3:00pm
|
Check out of Dayang Resort and depart for Mersing | |
7:00pm
|
Arrive Mersing and depart for Johor Bahru | |
10:00pm
|
Arrive Johor Bahru |
*You will only be allowed to do the night dive if you are certified.
Food - For this trip
Our dinning area by the beach! |
Buffet style food -
- Drinks
- Water, tea, coffee, syrup drinks
- Breakfast
- Egg, bread, beans, hotdogs, nuggets, fruits.
- Lunch
- Noodles, chicken, fish, egg, fruit (spicy)
- Dinner
- Rice, fried chicken, Lamp Chop, Satay and fruits.
As a Health and Fitness Blogger, the food is still quite clean to me, i ate like 10 eggs, quite a lot of chicken wings, satay and plenty of fruits in that 2 days! Even thou i told myself to junk as it is a holiday! Some how my mind doesn't allow it, i guess i am just too used to the junk-less diet.
Here are some of the dive photo!
Fish |
NEMO (clown fish) |
Nudibranch |
Bat Fish (couple) |
Lion Fish (poisonous) |
Cutterfish |
Dive Buddy :)
Thanks for the wonderful memories. Will be back in the sea real soon!
|
Fear of Drowning while Diving?
Diving is a safe sports, if you follow the dive master instructions, know your equipment well and stay in a group. The risk of drowning is very low.
Do you need to know how to swim to dive?
Nope, you just need to be comfortable in water to dive.
Thanks for reading!
Check out my other review
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Review On Toa Payoh Safra Gym.
On my way to Toa Payoh Safra (293 Lorong 6, Toa PayohSingapore 319387), heard a lot of good comment about that place! Nowadays Safra is dominated by MacDonald, Yishun Safra also have one! *How to get Cutting like this!*
While walking to the gym, i saw the best musclebuilding restaurant! My Postworkout meal is readily available! Double Up Chicken with garden veggie and mash potato! Don't even need to think i know what i want already :)
Aston! Double up chicken! show your safra card to get discount! |
2 Power Rack, sited leg press, sited calf raises, 1 smith machine, 1 incline 1 decline and 1 flat bench, dumbbell weight up to 50kg, a few cable cross machine and most importantly they have sited chest press and as you can see below, they have a sited shoulder press as well! This is Heaven!
shuttle run track at toa payoh safra |
you hardly can find a seated press in free weights! this is awesome! |
leg press! |
seated chest press, most of your common gym wouldnt have this as well. |
To Level 2!
Lots of Cardio machine with a nice view facing the pool and warm sun rays shinning in :)
lots of cardio machines |
some more cardio machine! |
Everything is good, only thing is the entry payment!
Per Entry | Type | Fees | Usage Timing |
#Off Peak Hour Usage |
SAFRA Member |
$5 | Weekdays: 7am to 5pm Saturdays: 7am to 1pm Sundays/PH: 1pm to 7pm |
Guests | $8 | ||
Peak Hour Usage |
SAFRA Member |
$10 | #Weekdays: 5pm to 10pm #Saturdays: 1pm to 8pm Sundays/PH: 9am to 1pm |
Guests | $15 |
http://www.safra.sg/en/Enjoy/EnergyOne-Gyms/Memberships-Fees.aspx#.UeqKXlPBfR0
Walkable distance from Toa Payoh Mrt, about 10-15min walk a good warm up to the gym!
Quite a lot of customer is there but there are so many machines around, so the waiting time is not that bad!
Toilet is clean and neat as well. steam room and jacuzzi is available!
A must try! I will definitely go back again!
Thanks for reading!
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